Which are the six minority religious communities notified by the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) set up by the Union Government under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992?

Correct option is D

The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) was established under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. The Union Government has notified six religious communities as minorities in India: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis), and Jains. These communities are recognized for ensuring their rights are protected and promoted.
Information Booster:
· The NCM was set up to safeguard the interests of minorities.
· It aims to ensure equality, non-discrimination, and the development of minority groups.
· NCM investigates complaints regarding violations of minority rights.
· Minority communities receive special educational and cultural protections.
· The Constitution of India provides for the protection of minorities under Articles 29 and 30.
· The Jain community was notified as a minority in 2014.
Additional Information:
· Sindhis: Recognized as a linguistic minority but not a religious minority.
· Bahais and Jews: Not officially notified as minorities by the Indian Government.
· Minority Rights: Ensure cultural and educational rights under Indian law.